Experience spectacular views of Denali from the jetboat.

Alaska Iconic Parks from Seward - Tour 125

Complement a cruise ending in Seward with a land package heading to Denali National Park.

Welcoming sign at the Denali Bluffs Hotel.

Alaska Iconic Parks from Seward - Tour 125

Complement a cruise ending in Seward with a land package heading to Denali National Park.

Guests on the Denali Star can travel between Anchorage and Fairbanks.

Alaska Iconic Parks from Seward - Tour 125

Complement a cruise ending in Seward with a land package heading to Denali National Park.

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Trip Overview

For five memorable days travel from the shores of Seward to the heart of Denali National Park. This Alaskan vacation package is built with cruisers in mind, making disembarkation at the Seward Cruise Terminal and starting a post-cruise land package an easy transition. After a day tour into Kenai Fjords National Park and an overnight in Seward, the itinerary includes same-day transportation to Talkeetna. The small town is aptly known as the "Gateway to Denali." After Talkeetna, the next two nights are spent in the Denali Park area, with one full day set aside to explore the depths of the park by road. The package starts in Seward and concludes in Anchorage.

Trip Highlights

Travel between Seward, Talkeetna, and Denali Park by Park Connection Motorcoach and back to Anchorage aboard the famous Alaska Railroad.
See the far reaches of Kenai Fjords National Park aboard a comfortable catamaran on a day cruise out of Seward.
Race up 20 miles of the Susitna River on jetboat tour.
Delve deep into Denali National Park on a full-day bus trip down the Park Road.
Spend a tranquil morning rafting scenic waters of the Nenana River.

Why Pick This Trip

With a seamless transition from cruise to land tour, this five-day trip is the ideal way to complete your Alaska vacation. You'll see much more of Alaska's contrasting landscapes while enjoying the ease of pre-coordinated transportation, activities, and lodging.

What's Included

Here is everything that is included. Remember, we can easily add or remove services so this vacation package is the perfect fit for your party.

Seward | Depart 11:30 AM | 6 Hours

Enjoy onboard narration on this scenic cruise through the southern bays of Kenai Fjords National Park. Learn More >

Seward

Unlock the mysteries of Alaska's rich and diverse marine ecosystem at this renowned education, research, and wildlife rehabilitation facility. Learn More >

Seward | 1 Night

Tucked along a salmon stream and within walking distance to most of Seward's main attractions, the Gateway Hotel is also this small coastal community's newest hotel. Learn More >

Depart 10:30 AM | Arrive Talkeetna 5:30 PM

Relax aboard the Park Connection motorcoach connecting coastal Seward to the views and adventures awaiting in Talkeetna. Learn More >

Talkeetna | 1 Night

When the mountain is "out" Denali is unmissable from this ridge-top property. The lodge comprises two full-service restaurants, a coffee shop, bar, and comfortable guest rooms with either forest or mountain views. Learn More >

Talkeetna | Depart 11:30 AM | 2 Hours

Cruise 20 miles of the Susitna River aboard a custom-built jetboat and tour a traditional Alaskan encampment on this two-hour guided river adventure. Learn More >

Depart 5:45 PM | Arrive Denali Park 8:30 PM

Leave in the morning or leave in the evening aboard a luxury Park Connection motorcoach bound for the entrance to Denali National Park. Learn More >

Denali Park | 2 Nights

Enjoy unparalleled hospitality at this Alaskan-owned property minutes from the Denali National Park entrance. The hotel offers Hillside and premium RiverView rooms as well as a full-service restaurant serving up the area's best barbeque. Learn More >

Denali Park | Depart 6:30 AM | 13 Hours

Take a guided bus tour into the heart of Denali National Park, enjoy a hearty lunch at the Kantishna Roadhouse, and spot iconic wildlife on this full-day excursion. Learn More >

Denali Park | Depart 7:30 AM | 3 Hours

Float down the Nenana River on scenic mild water excursion with Denali's longest-running rafting company. Learn More >

Depart 12:30 PM | Arrive Anchorage 8:00 PM

Alaskan owned and operated, this premier rail service offers passengers reserved seating in a luxury dome car and delicious dining options for lunch and dinner. The southbound Wilderness Express arrives in Anchorage at 8 PM. Learn More >

Anchorage | 1 Night

Conveniently located just three blocks from the Anchorage train depot, this creek-side hotel offers comfortable double queen rooms, an indoor pool, fully equipped fitness center, and complimentary hot breakfast buffet. Learn More >

Itinerary

Read on for a day-by-day breakdown of this tour package. Click on an item to get started, and be sure to contact us if you have any questions.

After arriving into Seward, enjoy an introduction to the area's abundant marine wildlife with a morning visit to the Alaska SeaLife Center. From here you'll head to the Small Boat Harbor to catch your afternoon cruise through Resurrection Bay and into neighboring Kenai Fjords National Park. You'll spot many of the animals you saw at the SeaLife Center, plus visit one or two of the park's many impressive tidewater glaciers. Overnight Seward.

Settle in for a comfortable ride from Seward to Talkeetna aboard the premier Park Connection Motorcoach. It's a relaxing trip, but keep your camera close. You'll drive through some spectacular scenery, especially past Kenai Lake and along the Turnagain Arm. The trip includes a midday break in Anchorage. Overnight Talkeetna.

With so few roads within Alaska, in summertime rivers become thoroughfares. This morning you'll explore 20 miles of the mighty Susitna, one of the area's several glacially fed waterways, on a jetboat tour.

Enjoy the afternoon exploring Talkeetna before catching the early evening Park Connection to Denali. Overnight Denali.

In what is often the favorite part of the itinerary, today you'll travel into Denali National Park on a guided bus tour. The route winds along the park's single gravel road as it climbs up and over passes, along mountain valleys, and through glacial plains. You'll stop frequently for wildlife sightings and often for rest breaks. The tour includes lunch at the Kantishna Roadhouse around mile 90 of the Park Road. Overnight Denali.

The final morning of your trip begins with a peaceful float on the Nenana River, starting south of the Denali Park area and ending just below the bridge to the park entrance. You'll head to the Denali Depot afterward to catch the Alaska Railroad train bound for Anchorage. The package concludes with a final overnight in Anchorage.

Map

Check out the map below for a visual overview of this specific tour package. You can see a larger version of the map here, or try our an interactive tour map by using the link below.

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Rates & Dates

The prices below will give you an idea of approximately how much this trip will cost. Keep in mind your actual price will likely vary based on your departure date, availability, and any modifications you make. You can use one of the links below to request an exact quote for your party, or price the trip yourself if you prefer using our My Trip feature. You can often save money by traveling in the value season, typically May and September.

	Single	Double	Triple	Quad	Child
Tour Price	Single: $2,355	Double: $1,694	Triple: $1,508	Quad: $1,414	Child: $664
Taxes & Fees	Single: $153	Double: $97	Triple: $80	Quad: $72	Child: $26
Total	Single: $2,508	Double: $1,791	Triple: $1,588	Quad: $1,486	Child: $690
The columns above represent room occupancy. For example, "Double" means two adults sharing one room. The "Child" rate shown is based on an 11 year old sharing a room with two adults.

	Single	Double	Triple	Quad	Child
Tour Price	Single: $2,309	Double: $1,671	Triple: $1,492	Quad: $1,403	Child: $664
Taxes & Fees	Single: $148	Double: $94	Triple: $79	Quad: $71	Child: $26
Total	Single: $2,457	Double: $1,765	Triple: $1,571	Quad: $1,474	Child: $690
The columns above represent room occupancy. For example, "Double" means two adults sharing one room. The "Child" rate shown is based on an 11 year old sharing a room with two adults.

Options and Add-Ons

This is one of our most popular post-cruise land tour packages, but you can make it even better! We can add or remove services to make it a perfect match for your party. For example, many of our guests choose to upgrade their rail experience on the return trip from Denali National Park. Others add a return flight from Kantishna to their full day in the park. The choices are endless, and just a few suggestions are listed below.

You can make these changes at check out and your final package price will be updated to reflect just the services you choose. Give us a call or request a quote for more specifics.

Talkeetna | Depart 8:30 AM | 1 Hour

Experience the extreme beauty of Denali and the fortress of granite peaks surrounding it on this must-do flightseeing trip out of Talkeetna. Learn More >

Denali Park | Depart 8:00 AM | 1 Hour

For visitors planning a full-day bus trip into Denali National Park, this one-way flightseeing trip makes for a shorter but no less scenic return to the park entrance. Learn More >